6 Simple Short Hairstyles for Older Women

List Of Amazing Short Hairstyles For Women Over 50

Women above 50 have numerous hairstyle options to choose from these days. It’s important to pick one that suits the shape of your face and texture of your hair. Below are some great suggestions for older women with short hair.

1- Side swept Bangs 

This bob is useful for women with a round face. To avoid further rounding of the face, opt for a long

bob with slightly layered bangs on the side. Try to keep the hair flattened so as not to add width to an already round face. If your features are soft, this style will make your face look sharper.

2- Uniform Bob

This cut is designed for people with fine hair. As the name suggests, all the hair is of approximately the same length. Wash your hair and blow dry it to add volume and comb with a round brush. You may use a styling product or hair spray to help it set. It prevents the hair from falling to the front and provides a subtle bend for a soft look.

3- Graduated Bob

This style works for women with an oval face and hair of medium density. Keep your hair longer at the front and gradually shorten it as you move towards the back. You can tuck the longer strands behind your ear or leave them hanging as bangs on the side. This style works best when the hair is washed and blow dried to build weight. Use hairspray to set the style.

4- Spikes

This one is not for the soft-hearted. For those of you who like making bold statements, even after the age of 50, this is the style for you. Wash your hair and instead of using a comb, run your fingers upwards through your hair as you blow dry it. Be as messy as you can to create those haphazard spikes. If you’re proud of your facial features, this is the style to choose. It accentuates your eyes, ears and jaw line. Once your hair dries, the spikes may go limp. To avoid this, apply some hairspray or gel and maintain the firm spikes in place for longer hours.

5- Layered Bob

Keep a bob with layers that fall just below the jaw. These layers will swish around as you move your head and make you feel young again. You can include shorter fringes in the front to frame your face or tuck them behind your ear. It can also be paired with sideswept bangs. You can curl the ends outwards with a comb as you blow dry it.

6- Asymmetric Bob

Cut your hair very short at the back and keep it at least thrice the length at the front.  Part your hair to the side. Tuck the hair on one side behind the ear and bring out the rest as streaks over your face. This style can look even better when worn with spectacles as the bangs bend around the frame.